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    Post by adaveabbott Thu Nov 01, 2012 12:59 pm

    Out of curiosity, i telephoned an MG dealer today, and asked when the MG6 Diesel would go on sale?

    Next year was the reply.

    I hope his information is wrong.

    What do you think of his reply.

    I was under the impression it was this year.
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    Post by littlechicken Fri Nov 02, 2012 6:30 am

    Saw rows and rows of diesel MG 6 engines at the factory yesterday.

    Cars are being delivered to the press next week for road testing and deliverys to dealers by end of the month.

    I would imagine that deliverys to customers will not happen until next year, with most private buyers waiting until March for the new reg?

    This car will be winner in my opinion Very Happy
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    Post by adaveabbott Fri Nov 02, 2012 12:40 pm

    Thank you for the info little chicken.

    I found it most interesting.
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    Post by richardk Fri Nov 02, 2012 1:39 pm

    Who or where is the building the derv engine?
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    Post by patpending Sat Nov 03, 2012 8:58 am

    adaveabbott wrote:Out of curiosity, i telephoned an MG dealer today, and asked when the MG6 Diesel would go on sale?

    Next year was the reply.

    I hope his information is wrong.

    What do you think of his reply.

    I was under the impression it was this year.
    Pinkstones said in September that they would have the car in the showroom by December for delivery in the New Year.

    As for "what I think" maybe he should have followed up more in case you wanted one lol!
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    Post by Guest Mon Nov 05, 2012 9:07 am



    i really want to like the MG6, but right now its not very appealing. The 2.0 turbo might go some way to correcting that. Do you know what sort of power it will have?

    They need to be careful about prices too. the current car is not as cheap as it could be given the 'unknown' nature of it.
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    Post by adaveabbott Mon Nov 05, 2012 12:32 pm

    It is a 1.9 Turbo diesel not a 2.0 Turbo. As for the price, only time will tell.

    Hopefully in time, we may get a 6 speed Automatic, it has been talked about for some time now.

    Let's keep our fingers crossed. Laughing


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    Post by patpending Tue Nov 06, 2012 1:06 am

    Yesterday for the first time I read about a 2.0 petrol turbo under development in Longbridge. Maybe that's what shreya19 is referring to.

    I couldn't find the source again so didn't comment, and I could not recall a power figure anyway.

    I also read the diesels are coming from China (I have read about a company there to be involved).
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    Post by adaveabbott Wed Nov 07, 2012 9:20 am

    I hear the Diesel engine is being made by Kumming Yunnei Power Company Ltd.

    I think this is a Chinese based company.

    The engine will be 150bhp, and should achieve 50 t0 55mph.

    It will also be coupled to a six speed gear box.

    Hope this helps. Very Happy
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    Post by patpending Wed Nov 07, 2012 11:37 am

    adaveabbott wrote:I hear the Diesel engine is being made by Kumming Yunnei Power Company Ltd.

    I think this is a Chinese based company.

    The engine will be 150bhp, and should achieve 50 t0 55mph.

    It will also be coupled to a six speed gear box.

    Hope this helps. Very Happy

    yep, I knew with the name we should be able to find it.

    http://www.mguk.org/t319-kunming-yunnei-power-co-ltd

    Mind you, I've heard of restricting speed for a lower insurance rating, but 50 to 55mph lol!
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    Post by Guest Fri Nov 09, 2012 4:48 am

    Seriously, this will be a big gamble for SAIC, a completely alien engine for most garages. And no Haynes!
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    Post by littlechicken Fri Nov 09, 2012 5:12 am

    Very confusing comment, not sure what you mean about totally alien to most garages,every garage has some knowledge of diesel engines !
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    Post by Windy Mon Nov 19, 2012 4:18 am

    adaveabbott wrote:I hear the Diesel engine is being made by Kumming Yunnei Power Company Ltd.

    I think this is a Chinese based company.

    The engine will be 150bhp, and should achieve 50 t0 55mph.

    It will also be coupled to a six speed gear box.

    Hope this helps. Very Happy
    I think SAIC are making it on new production lines in Nanjing, but it is based on a Yunnei engine.
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    Post by mckenzie1971 Wed Nov 21, 2012 4:32 am

    Hello all the article about mg6 diesel is in today's autocar. Is gets 3.5 stars out of 5 sales start march next year does 53.5 mpg combined top speed is 125mph co2 139g/km 6 speed gear box 148bhp cost £18,195
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    Post by patpending Wed Nov 21, 2012 4:47 am

    mckenzie1971 wrote:Hello all the article about mg6 diesel is in today's autocar. Is gets 3.5 stars out of 5 sales start march next year does 53.5 mpg combined top speed is 125mph co2 139g/km 6 speed gear box 148bhp cost £18,195
    Thanks. The exact details were erroneously posted online by autocar and then removed - I think there has been an embargo so I haven't repeated them here.

    3½ stars is quite good going if the plastics are perceived as hard... Wink

    mind you, March next year?
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    Post by Windy Wed Nov 21, 2012 12:51 pm

    mckenzie1971 wrote:top speed is 125mph.
    It's going to be expensive to insure then with the insurance friendly speed limiter removed Shocked

    Do many people want to do 125 mph in a diesel?
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    Post by Windy Wed Nov 21, 2012 1:46 pm


    SAIC MG6 DTi diesel version will be unveiled at the Guangzhou Auto Show


    Sina Automotive News SAIC MG 6 DTI diesel version, models will debut in Guangzhou Motor Show for the first time. Will be officially listed and sold in the UK next year MG6 DTi diesel version is the use of cash engine technology, with good fuel economy and dynamic performance.

    MG6 DTi diesel version including the MG6 GT and MG6 Magnette two models, these two cars equipped with a 1.9-liter direct injection and turbocharging technology diesel engine , DTi-Tech turbo diesel engine new design power total into the 100 meters acceleration time compression to 8.9 seconds, 100 km combined fuel consumption reached to 6.2L.

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    The huge torque , this diesel engine has a maximum 350Nm (1800 rpm) strong torque curve and smooth 6-speed transmission the accelerated shift performance and overtaking experience. In addition, MG6 DTi diesel version of the MG6 chassis and suspension based on tuning. MG6 DTi diesel version is also equipped with electronic hydraulically assisted power steering, steering wheel parking becomes lighter, has become more stable when cruising on the highway.

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    MG6 DTi will be unveiled at the Guangzhou Auto Show

    MG6 DTi appearance of movement and sexy, the former face tough domineering, the curves of the body beautiful, vibrant and dynamic flow line by the roof penetrating to the rear of the vehicle. MG6 body size in the peer models at an intermediate level, thanks to the "Fastback" hatchback shape, the curve of the roof extends back to the luggage compartment, MG6 creating a more spacious than the regular sedan type head space and more streamlined aerodynamic effects.

    Wrap-around cockpit design and the driver to adjust, the co-pilot 4-way adjustable sports seats ensure comfort for the driver and front passenger, and rear ample space to ensure large legroom for adult passengers. In addition, the rear seats folding thought bulky items can provide enough placed.

    Source: http://auto.sina.com.cn/car/2012-11-21/21191066610.shtml
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    Post by patpending Wed Nov 21, 2012 2:12 pm

    European models - do Chinese people drive to the beach?

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    Post by Windy Wed Nov 21, 2012 2:17 pm

    patpending wrote:European models - do Chinese people drive to the beach?
    Yes, but I'm not sure that they park on the beach itself and the people in the picture don't look like they have much chinese ancestry.
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    i really want to like the MG6, but right now its not very appealing. The 2.0 turbo might go some way to correcting that. Do you know what sort of power it will have?

    They need to be careful about prices too. the current car is not as cheap as it could be given the 'unknown' nature of it.


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    Post by Windy Thu Nov 22, 2012 3:33 am

    aayisha19 wrote:

    i really want to like the MG6, but right now its not very appealing. The 2.0 turbo might go some way to correcting that. Do you know what sort of power it will have?

    They need to be careful about prices too. the current car is not as cheap as it could be given the 'unknown' nature of it.
    It has not been announced yet but the main reason for introducing it has to be the direct injection system which is aimed at reducing CO2 levels. Given that it is only a little bigger than the 1.8 I wouldn't expect it to produce more than 200bhp, they may introduce a larger version of it though or even a V6 version, we have seen prototypes for both.
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    Post by patpending Thu Nov 22, 2012 9:58 am

    http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/first-drives/first-drive-review-mg6-se-dti

    Should I buy one?

    It’s fighting some great cars, but it definitely deserves consideration. Dynamically speaking, it’s a great car for British roads. It’s a hoot to drive, and roomy and well-priced with it. Downsides? Depreciation and lasting quality still need to be proven, and to our eye the car rather lacks visual character. The base shape is fine, but there isn’t enough “MG-ness” about it. We reckon it’s time for the designers to live up to what the engineers have already achieved. Then you’d have a great car.

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    Post by patpending Thu Nov 22, 2012 10:02 am

    aayisha19 wrote:

    i really want to like the MG6, but right now its not very appealing. The 2.0 turbo might go some way to correcting that. Do you know what sort of power it will have?

    They need to be careful about prices too. the current car is not as cheap as it could be given the 'unknown' nature of it.
    aayisha, living in the US, what particularly interests you about an MG6? Not a diesel by the look of it. I don't suppose you will ever have had the opportunity to drive a modern MG.

    Are you thinking for when you might come here to Europe, or for the future in the States?
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    Post by Windy Thu Nov 22, 2012 10:18 am

    Nice review in the Independent: http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/motoring/road-tests/mg-6-dti-tech-diesel--first-drive-8340726.html


    Cabin quality too, is a lot better than it was on the early petrol models; the overall design of the interior, and in particular the dashboard, is much the same as before but it appears that some materials have been changed and parts retooled, and the overall effect is now perfectly acceptable, even attractive.
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    Post by patpending Thu Nov 22, 2012 10:27 am

    I saw a pushchair with a cupholder for the adult today...
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    Post by patpending Fri Nov 23, 2012 9:19 am

    On the front cover of Autocar dated 21 November, bottom left:

    FIRST DRIVE REVIEW

    New MG6 shock

    Great chassis, good diesel, so buy it!
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    Post by Windy Fri Nov 23, 2012 10:28 am

    patpending wrote:On the front cover of Autocar dated 21 November, bottom left:

    FIRST DRIVE REVIEW

    New MG6 shock

    Great chassis, good diesel, so buy it!
    I wonder how many they are able to assemble in Longbridge?

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